Liam vs Wilhelmina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
22,164
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lee

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Wilhelmina

Girl #1,801 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"determined protector, will to protect"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,801
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mina, Willa, Billie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Wilhelmina Rank #1,801

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1801 for Wilhelmina.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Wilhelmina ___

  • Wilhelmina Rose
  • Wilhelmina Grace
  • Wilhelmina Jane
  • Wilhelmina Elizabeth
  • Wilhelmina Louise
  • Wilhelmina Charlotte

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Wilhelmina

Maximilian Frederica Eugenia Leopold Augusta

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Wilhelmina more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Wilhelmina at #1801 in the United States.

What do Liam and Wilhelmina mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Wilhelmina means "determined protector, will to protect" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Wilhelmina boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Wilhelmina is primarily a girl name.

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